Two-thirds of the respondents gave themselves a grade of “C” or lower, while just 1% assigned themselves an “A.” These women have clear financial priorities, such as saving for their children’s college educations, having enough money for retirement, or not being a burden to others in their old age. Yet many lack confidence that they’ll be able to achieve these goals.

* In the past 24 months, only 11% of the sample invested in stocks or bonds. * 84% of the sample say they understand insurance but “few” have acquired enough to help their family.

The survey’s main conclusion is that women’s lives are a balancing act. This pursuit for balance often results in inaction when it comes to financial decision making. While some strides have been made, there is clearly room for improvement.

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